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Originally Posted by derker

Stick with your MPC man, and get some VST instruments that you can sequence with it. The best setup in the world (IMO) is a cross between the 2....the MPC as your MIDI and drum sequencer, and a PC running a virtual rack of VSTs for everything else. I use a PC running Brainspawn Forte, which is a host for VSTs. IK Multimedia, Native Instruments, Applied Acoustics, etc all make VST instruments that easily rival any keyboard, with way more flexibility and (IMO) superior sound quality. Even a Muse Receptor would be better than keyboards, IMO.

Talk about streamlined- the only controls I worry about are the MPC, MIDI controller, and mouse. With Forte all your instruments are right there, and MIDI control is rediculously easy. Plus you get the better MPC clock...and don't be mistaken! The MPC clock IS better than working in your DAW! There's nothing like the rock solid feel of the MPC.

I agree!